Colin Graham Email & Phone Number

Holmes Chapel, Gb

United Kingdom

Employed by a leading residential property management company.𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭:◾ Oversight and management of +/-7 subcontractors, comprising housekeeping, maintenance and repairs, gardeners, telecommunications specialists, and carers◾ 360 line management including day-to-day allocation of workload, performance reviews/management, setting and monitoring Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), ongoing training, coaching, and mentorship◾ Championing a safe working environment through effective communication, risk assessment, training, and compliance monitoring 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐲 & 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭:◾ Full ownership and accountability for maintaining the property in adherence with Service Level Agreements (SLAs); driving operational excellence across all areas of infrastructure, building safety, planned maintenance, and emergency repairs◾ Demonstrating strong financial acumen through effective cost control, review of expenditure and accounts; further setting service charges in line with SLAs and maintenance schedules for enhanced financial performance and service delivery◾ Preparing and presenting bi-monthly financial summary reports to management team; leveraging analytical skills whilst ensuring a high level of accuracy for informed decision making ◾ Opening and driving clear lines of communication with all key stakeholders, including residents, clients, and developers; proven track record of building long-term sustainable relationships whilst driving quality, safety, and compliance across all workflows◾ Directing and managing planned maintenance and repairs; raising accurate work orders and providing oversight of external contractors to ensure specifications, time, and budget objectives are met ◾ Conducting root cause analyses of emergency incidents, maintaining detailed records for management reporting; recommending continuous improvements for operational efficiency

United Kingdom

Acted as an independent advisor to Senior Executives and Board Members within the construction and mining industries; working collaboratively with clients and key stakeholders to develop technical solutions and new products for export into international markets.𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 | 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭:◾ Built a robust client portfolio through strategic networking, client relationship-building, and referrals; recognised as a trusted advisor and partner◾ Directed and facilitated high level discussions with Senior Executives; leveraging robust technical acumen and interpersonal skills to uncover and understand the diverse range of business and technical requirements◾ Directed strategic project scope, planning, and scheduling; ensuring adherence to specification, time, and budget◾ Collaborated effectively with cross-functional teams, including technical experts; ensuring all aspects of the product design evaluated and considered◾ Conducted financial viability assessments and supported internal teams with financial analysis; preparing comprehensive business cases for informed decision making for international market entry

Cameroon

Employed to drive the design and construction of a gas distribution network expansion, integrating new heat exchangers and optimising production capabilities within a high pressure environment.𝐀𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬:◾ Established and maintained robust relationships with key stakeholders, subcontractors, and suppliers; ensuring project delivered within agreed scope, budget, and time constraints◾ Directed the construction of vital flow lines between production wells and drilling sites, enhancing gas supply capacity to meet growing market demand, resulting in sales targets being met or exceeded◾ Implemented rigorous safety protocols to safeguard workers and mitigate operational risks; maintained the highest safety levels throughout the project◾ Led the adoption of a digital asset management system utilising the Bynder platform, enabling real-time monitoring of production equipment

Montreal, Canada, Norway, Ethiopia.

Employed by a Norwegian company to manage the construction of a new mine, with a production capacity of 600K tons per annum; driving full compliance with international laws and regulations.𝐀𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬:◾ Managed a team of 50 FTE direct reports; 360 line management including resource planning, day-to-day oversight of workload, performance management, and ongoing training and mentorship◾ Worked collaboratively with a team of key stakeholders in the USA, Canada, and Norway, travelling extensively for face-to-face meetings; built strong relationships to facilitate seamless communication and decision making ◾ Leveraged technical and strategic leadership abilities to compile project briefs and contribute to design input, ensuring alignment with project objectives and stakeholder requirements; proficient in reading and understanding layouts, technical drawings (including structural specifications), and material schedules◾ Streamlined contract management with vendors and suppliers, drafting and negotiating contracts, overseeing task assignments, and facilitating transparent communication of expected deliverables; demonstrating strong commercial awareness and supply chain management, with an appreciation of internal and external profit drivers within the industry◾ Conducted regular project site meetings and handled all related administrative tasks to keep projects on track, including progress reports, status updates, and project documentation◾ Implemented strict compliance with quality standards, H&S regulations, and environmental mandates◾ Managed project completion, facilitating handovers, conducting post-mortems, and evaluating performance

Drc

Employed to manage the construction of buildings and infrastructure for a 3M ton per annum copper processing plant, including plant, roads, offices, accommodation, mess, laboratories, and warehouses.𝐀𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬:◾ Managing +/-30 direct reports, with further oversight of +/-680 subcontractors on-site; leading all aspects of hiring, line management, planning work schedules, human resources (HR), performance management, conflict resolution, and ongoing coaching and training to ensure quality and compliance◾ End-to-end project management, overseeing all project phases from initiation to conclusion, including material procurement, logistics, daily progress reporting, budgeting, and administration; further collaborated with capital teams to develop plans and proposals, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budget constraints◾ Played a pivotal role in implementing and embedding safety standard policies and procedures; delivered 2.6M hours with no lost time injuries (LTIs) ◾ Worked collaboratively with consultants to develop Environment, Safety, and Health (ESH), Environmental and Safety Management System (ESMS), Research Action Plan (RAP), and Resident Working Group (RWG) policies and procedures; drove full adherence to quality standards, health and safety (H&S) regulations, and environmental requirements throughout the project lifecycle

Tanzania

Employed by a Canadian firm to execute the first stage setup for the construction of a US$500M uranium mine within the boundaries of a natural reserve.𝐀𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬:◾ Directed and achieved successful execution and completion of planned site operations, including compilation of budgets, procurement, and adherence to safety protocols; oversight of both staff and subcontracted personnel, managing +/- 10 direct reports with further oversight of +/-250 subcontractors◾ Established and enforced safety policies and standards, ensuring compliance with regulations while maintaining a safe working environment◾ Facilitated communication with government officials and local authorities to explore social and business opportunities, whilst leading uranium mining awareness initiatives within the region◾ Collaborated closely with architects, engineers, and contractors to ensure alignment with project specifications, driving seamless coordination throughout the construction process

Zambia

𝐀𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬:◾ Managed 15 FTE direct reports, with oversight of +/-3,800 subcontractors◾ Ownership and accountability for end-to-end construction of copper mine, a US$810M Greenfield project, including a residential zone comprising 1,200 houses, retail shopping outlets, a golf course, and supporting infrastructure for a population of +/-8,000 ◾ Led all aspects of the construction project lifecycle including tender process, early site mobilisation, and all aspects through to successful commissioning; consistently driving adherence to budget and schedule constraints ◾ Worked collaboratively with stakeholders and subcontractors to schedule construction for plant start-up and production, including conventional process plant, hydro-cyclones, concentrate flotation, thickeners, dewatering, tailings dam, access roads, and plant infrastructure◾ Spearheaded the implementation of digital asset management systems, optimising the tracking and monitoring of plant and equipment throughout pre-commissioning phases

Certificate, Project Management

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